40th week of 2012 patent applcation highlights part 49 |
Patent application number | Title | Published |
20120251594 | Delivery of Submicrometer and Nanometer Aerosols to the Lungs Using Hygroscopic Excipients or Dual Stream Nasal Delivery - Pharmaceutically engineered aerosols (e.g. submicrometer and nano-particles and droplets) containing a hygroscopic growth excipient or agent are employed to improve the delivery of respiratory aerosols to the lung. Inclusion of the hygroscopic agent results in near zero depositional loss in the nose-mouth-throat regions and near 100% deposition of the aerosol in the lung. Targeting of the aerosol to specific lung depths is also possible. In addition, methods and apparatuses for delivering aerosols to the lung are provided. The aerosol is delivered to one nostril of a patient while a relatively high humidity gaseous carrier is delivered to the other nostril, resulting in post-nasopharyngeal growth of the aerosol to a size that promotes deposition in the lung. | 2012-10-04 |
20120251595 | EMULSION TEMPLATE METHOD TO FORM SMALL PARTICLES OF HYDROPHOBIC AGENTS WITH SURFACE ENRICHED HYDROPHILICITY BY ULTRA RAPID FREEZING - The present invention relates to methods and compositions to prepare small size particles of poorly water soluble agents or drugs with surface enriched hydrophilicity. | 2012-10-04 |
20120251596 | NANOEMULSION, METHOD FOR ITS PREPARATION AND USE - Nanoemulsions comprising an aqueous phase and a lipid phase, having a micelle size in the range from about 20 to about 900 nm and comprising melatonin as an active agent, are provided. The aqueous phase of such a nanoemulsion comprises a base, the lipid phase comprises one or more polyoxyethylene sorbitan esters, and the aqueous phase or the lipid phase, or both, further comprise ascorbyl palmitate. In addition, pharmaceuticals, cosmetics or foodstuffs comprising the nanoemulsions described herein and methods for making nanoemulsions described herein are also provided. | 2012-10-04 |
20120251597 | END PRODUCTS INCORPORATING SHORT-CUT MICROFIBERS - Various fibrous articles incorporating a water non-dispersible short-cut polymer microfiber are provided. The water non-dispersible short-cut polymer microfibers can be incorporated into a number of different fibrous articles including personal care products, medical care products, automotive products, household products, personal recreational products, specialty papers, paper products, and building and landscaping materials. In addition, the water non-dispersible short-cut polymer microfibers can be incorporated into nonwoven webs, thermobonded webs, hydroentangled webs, multilayer nonwovens, laminates, composites, wet-laid webs, dry-laid webs, laminates, composites, wet laps, woven articles, fabrics and geotextiles. These various end products can incorporate the water non-dispersible short-cut polymer microfibers in varying amounts based on the desired end use. | 2012-10-04 |
20120251598 | ORGANOPOLYSILOXANE ELASTOMER COMPOSITION AND COSMETIC CONTAINING THE SAME - The present invention provide a paste organopolysiloxane elastomer composition comprises at least: (I) specific organopolysiloxane elastomer microparticle and (II) an oil that is a liquid at 25° C.; wherein the organopolysiloxane elastomer microparticle of the component (I) is a spherical or an amorphous microparticle having a volume-average particle diameter of 2 to 50 μm and can absorb 200 or more parts by mass of a methyl polysiloxane having a dynamic viscosity of 10 mm | 2012-10-04 |
20120251599 | MAKEUP COMPOSITION COMPRISING ENCAPSULATED CARBON BLACK - The present invention relates to cosmetic make-up compositions, in particular mascaras, comprising carbon black encapsulated in a spherical silica matrix. These compositions are characterized by a deep and glossy black colour. | 2012-10-04 |
20120251600 | SKIN COMPOSITIONS AND METHODS OF USE THEREOF - Provided are body corrective cosmetic formulations and methods of use thereof. | 2012-10-04 |
20120251601 | REFRESH DEODORIZING STRIPS - A device for releasing a chemical agent onto a skin of a user, comprising a strip comprising a material that is dissolvable due to heat or moisture under an arm of the user, wherein the chemical agent is at least one of a deodorant or antiperspirant, and wherein the strip encloses the chemical agent in the strip, the chemical agent not being released until the strip dissolves around the chemical agent. | 2012-10-04 |
20120251602 | COMPOSITION WITH IMPROVED TANNING EFFECT - The invention refers to a composition with improved tanning effect in cosmetic and dermatological applications. The composition comprises Caffeine, Glycine, Hydrolysed Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Fruit Extract, Sodium Lactate Methylsilanol, Mauritia Flexuosa Fruit Oil and usual cosmetic or dermatological auxiliaries. The composition shows a synergistic tanning effect. | 2012-10-04 |
20120251603 | OIL-IN-WATER-TYPE EMULSION COSMETIC - Provided is an oil-in-water emulsified cosmetic composition having a high UV-protective effect and also having an excellent long-term stability and an excellent feeling upon application. The oil-in-water emulsified cosmetic composition is characterized by containing a zinc oxide powder (A) having an average particle diameter of 0.1 to 1 μm, an average particle thickness of 0.01 to 0.2 μm, and an average aspect ratio of 3 or more and a polymer (B) selected from the group consisting of a polyacrylamide compound, a polyacrylic acid, and salts thereof. | 2012-10-04 |
20120251604 | BLEACHING COMPOSITION - The present invention relates to bleaching composition for keratin fibres, especially human hair, comprising at least one compound with bleaching and/or highlighting effect and a quaternized hydroxyethyl cellulose polymer with cationic substitution of trimethyl ammonium and dimethyldoceyl ammonium. | 2012-10-04 |
20120251605 | Surface-Treatment Agent For Powder For Use In Cosmetic And Cosmetic Containing Powder Treated With The Same - The present invention relates to a surface-treatment agent for powders for use in cosmetics, including a specific polymer having a specified carbosiloxane dendrimer structure, as well as a cosmetic comprising a powder which has been treated with the above surface-treatment agent. The surface-treated powder does not generate hydrogen, and therefore is safe. Further the surface-treated powder can exhibits, good compatibility with other cosmetic raw materials, and thereby, the stability of the formulation in cosmetics can be improved. The surface-treated powder can provide cosmetics with good water resistance, good sebum resistance, good glossiness, a good tactile sensation, good adhesive properties to hair and/or skin, or the like. The cosmetic can also have superior surface protective properties, a superior outer appearance, and/or a superior sensation during use. | 2012-10-04 |
20120251606 | COSMETIC COMPRISING MULTI-COLORED LUSTROUS PEARLESCENT PIGMENTS - A cosmetic containing a pearlescent pigment comprising a substrate and a first layer, wherein the first layer comprises iron oxide, wherein the iron has from about 1% to about 30% Fe(II) and from about 70% to about 99% Fe(III). | 2012-10-04 |
20120251607 | ANTIMICROBIAL COMPOSITIONS, METHODS OF PREPARATION THEREOF, AND USES THEREOF - A composition of matter comprises a cationic polymer comprising a polycarbonate chain fragment, the polycarbonate chain fragment comprising a repeat unit comprising a side chain moiety containing a quaternary amine group; and a non-charged polymer comprising a polyester chain segment and a poly(alkylene oxide) chain segment; wherein i) the cationic polymer and the non-charged polymer are amphiphilic and biocompatible, ii) the cationic polymer and the non-charged polymer form a mixed complex by non-covalent interactions in water, and iii) the mixed complex is a more effective antimicrobial agent against at least a Gram-negative microbe compared to the cationic polymer and the non-charged polymer alone when tested using otherwise identical conditions. | 2012-10-04 |
20120251608 | CATIONIC POLYMERS FOR ANTIMICROBIAL APPLICATIONS AND DELIVERY OF BIOACTIVE MATERIALS - A cationic star polymer is disclosed of the general formula (1): | 2012-10-04 |
20120251609 | DEMINERALIZED CANCELLOUS BONE MATRIX - A demineralized cancellous bone matrix comprising a cancellous bone matrix that has been demineralized is described herein. The demineralized cancellous bone matrix is rigid and has certain dimensions, including a certain length. Implants comprising at least one demineralized cancellous bone matrix are also described. Also disclosed are methods for treating bone having a void or defect in a patient using at least one demineralized cancellous bone matrix. In addition, methods of making a demineralized cancellous bone matrix are disclosed. | 2012-10-04 |
20120251610 | NICOTINE-CONTAINING PATCH PREPARATION - An object of the present invention is to provide a nicotine-containing patch preparation which enables to suppress degradation of nicotine and coloring of the patch preparation. The present invention provides a patch preparation comprising a support and an adhesive layer on its at least one surface, wherein the adhesive layer comprises an adhesive polymer, nicotine and a stabilizer, and the stabilizer is at least one kind selected from the group consisting of butylhydroxyanisole (BHA), propyl gallate (PGA), dibutylhydroxytoluene (BHT) and 2-mercaptobenzimidazole (MBI). | 2012-10-04 |
20120251611 | SUPER-HYDROPHILIC STRUCTURES - A polydioxanone film comprising substantially cylindrical polydioxanone pillars on at least one side thereof, said pillars having diameters from about 0.2 μm to about 3 μm, and heights from about 2 μm to about 20 μm from the surface of the film, a process for adsorbing proteins using the film and medical devices incorporating the film. | 2012-10-04 |
20120251612 | Wound Healing Device, Method for Making the Same and Method for Treating a Wound - A wound healing device includes a mat of aligned nanofibers of polyaniline, o-aminobenzenesulfonic acid copolymer, polyvinyl alcohol and chitsosan oligossacaride. Method for fabricating the mat and treating wounds are also disclosed. | 2012-10-04 |
20120251613 | METHOD FOR TREATING VITILIGO WITH A PROSTAGLANDIN ANALOGUE - A method of stimulating melanogenesis in a skin surface of a patient, by treating the skin surface with a topical formulation comprising an effective amount of 17-phenyl-18,19,20-trinor-PGF2α ethyl amide in a dermatologically acceptable carrier. The topical formulation may be a cream, a gel, a lotion, a spray, an ointment, an aqueous solution, a nonaqueous solution, or a transdermal patch. The dermatologically acceptable carrier may contain an oily carrier or an aqueous carrier. | 2012-10-04 |
20120251614 | PROCESSED FEEDS, FOODS AND BIOFUELS AND METHODS OF MAKING AND USING THEM - In one aspect, the invention provides methods for manufacturing, processing and recovering organic matter from a biomass, e.g., a biofluid or biosemisolid comprising a protein and a lipid, for example, from a dairy-based material. In one aspect, the invention provides methods for encapsulating oils with proteins for, e.g., making foods, food supplements or additives and feeds or feed supplements or additives. Compositions made by processes of this invention can be used for foods, food supplements or additives, feeds or feed supplements or additives, and/or biofuels. | 2012-10-04 |
20120251615 | AGENT FOR INTRA-ARTICULAR INJECTION - The present invention relates to agents for intra-articular injection that contain a mixture of alpha-tocopherol, phospholipids or poloxamers, proteoglycans, and a cortisone crystal suspension or a cortisone crystal solution. The agents are suitable for therapy of rheumatic diseases, in particular of arthrosis. | 2012-10-04 |
20120251616 | Tocopherols, Tocotrienols, Other Chroman and Side Chain Derivatives and Uses Thereof - The present invention provides an antiproliferative compound having a structural formula | 2012-10-04 |
20120251617 | BI-FUNCTIONAL SHRNA TARGETING STATHMIN 1 AND USES THEREOF - The present invention includes bifunctional shRNAs capable of reducing an expression of a Stathmin 1 gene; wherein at least one target site sequence of the bifunctional RNA molecule is located within the Stathmin 1 gene, wherein the bifunctional RNA molecule is capable of activating a cleavage-dependent and a cleavage-independent RNA-induced silencing complex for reducing the expression level of Stathmin 1. | 2012-10-04 |
20120251618 | DELIVERY AND FORMULATION OF ENGINEERED NUCLEIC ACIDS - Provided are formulations, compositions and methods for delivering biological moieties such as modified nucleic acids into cells to modulate protein expression. Such compositions and methods include the delivery of biological moieties, and are useful for production of proteins. | 2012-10-04 |
20120251619 | MicroRNA-29a,b,c as a Tumor Suppressor and Sensitizing Agent for Chemotherapy - The present invention provides a method of improving a therapeutic response to a cancer treatment, in a subject, the method comprising administering an effective amount of an agent that enhances the expression of microRNA 29 or an agent that mimics the effects of microRNA 29. Further provided is a method of treating a cancer in a subject in need of such treatment comprising the step of administering an effective amount of a microRNA 29 or an agent that enhances the expression of microRNA 29. | 2012-10-04 |
20120251620 | Soluble hyaluronidase glycoprotein (sHASEGP), process for preparing the same, uses and pharmaceutical compositions comprising thereof - Provided are soluble neutral active Hyaluronidase Glycoproteins (sHASEGP's), methods of manufacture, and their use to facilitate administration of other molecules or to alleviate glycosaminoglycan associated pathologies. Minimally active polypeptide domains of the soluble, neutral active sHASEGP domains are described that include asparagine-linked sugar moieties required for a functional neutral active hyaluronidase domain. Included are modified amino-terminal leader peptides that enhance secretion of sHASEGP. Sialated and pegylated forms of the sHASEGPs also are provided. Methods of treatment by administering sHASEGPs and modified forms thereof also are provided. | 2012-10-04 |
20120251621 | Nutritionally Enhanced Fraction From Rice Bran And Method of Lowering Insulin Resistance Using Same - Nutritionally enhanced nutraceutical Hydrophilic and Lipophilic Rice Bran Fractions from rice bran are provided, as well as a method of using the same to reduce Insulin Resistance in animals, especially humans with pre-diabetes and Type 2 diabetes or others with symptoms of Metabolic Syndrome. Provided in various example embodiments are mixtures of elevated levels of nutraceutical compounds, including but not limited to gamma-oryzanol, inositol, ferulic acid, tocotrienols and phytosterols and pharmaceutical and nutritional compositions thereof. Steps are provided including evaluating insulin resistance parameters, initiating therapy including providing therapeutic amounts of Hydrophilic and Lipophilic Rice Bran Fractions from rice bran to treat pre-diabetes and Type 2 diabetes or others with symptoms of Metabolic Syndrome, managing compliance with the therapy, and monitoring and reevaluating the therapy. | 2012-10-04 |
20120251622 | CELLULOSE GUM AND POLYOL TROCHE - A troche with 2.5-6% cellulose gum and at least 75% polyol molecules is disclosed. It may be an adherent troche, preferably adhered to teeth or gums or cheek with acacia gum. Consumers are instructed to use the troches to relieve the sensations of dry mouth, particularly while sleeping. The polyol molecules are preferably xylitol. The troches may be made with a bi-layer tablet press rounded on one side and flat on the other, preferably using acacia gum in the flat side layer for adhesion. | 2012-10-04 |
20120251623 | METHOD OF ADMINISTERING AN ACTIVE INGREDIENT USING A CHEWABLE ORAL DOSAGE FROM COMPRISING TEXTURE MASKED PARTICLES - In one aspect, the present invention features a method of administering an active ingredient, said method comprising chewing an oral dosage form comprising a texture masked particle, said texture masked particle comprising a) a core containing an active ingredient; b) a first coating layer comprised of a taste masking agent that substantially covers the core, wherein said taste masking agent is comprised of an insoluble film forming polymer and a non-enteric, water soluble polymer; and c) a second coating layer on the surface of the first coating layer. | 2012-10-04 |
20120251624 | NOVEL INHIBITORS OF ARACHIDONIC ACID FORMATION - The invention relates to a novel class of inhibitors of arachidonic acid formation that can be useful for treating inflammatory conditions. Specifically, the invention relates to derivatives of sesamol that confer lower toxicity and increased circulatory lifetimes than pure sesamol. | 2012-10-04 |
20120251625 | USE OF EXTRACT OF LEECHES AS ANTI-BACTERIAL AGENT - The use of extract of leeches' saliva as anti-bacterial agent for the manufacture of different compositions, such as a pharmaceutical composition, a cosmetic composition or a cleaning product. | 2012-10-04 |
20120251626 | PROCESS FOR MANUFACTURING BIOCOMPATIBLE MATERIAL - A process for producing a biocompatible material includes the steps of mixing an extract of a fish scale-derived hydroxyapatite (with water content of 70 to 75% by weight) and of a fish scale-derived collagen (with water content of 40 to 60% by weight) in the weight percent ratio of about 8:2, stirring the mixture and drying the mixture by a hot blast in order to obtain a composite. | 2012-10-04 |
20120251627 | PYRITHIONE BIOCIDES ENHANCED BY SILVER, COPPER, OR ZINC IONS - The present invention is directed to an antimicrobial composition, comprising pyrithione or a pyrithione complex; and a zinc or copper or silver source selected from the group consisting of zinc or copper or silver salts, oxides, hydroxides, sulfates, chlorides, metals, and combinations thereof; wherein the weight ratio of the zinc or copper or silver source to the pyrithione or the pyrithione complex is in the range from about 1:300 to about 50:1, and wherein the antimicrobial composition has an enhanced biocidal effect against a variety of free-living microorganisms or biofilms. Also disclosed is a method of inhibiting the growth of free-living microorganisms or biofilm utilizing the above antimicrobial composition, as well as use of such antimicrobial compositions in various products including fuels, fluids, lubricants, coatings, adhesives, sealants, elastomers, soaps, cosmetics, plastic or woven or non-woven fibers, pharmaceuticals, and as preservatives for the above products. | 2012-10-04 |
20120251628 | COMPOSITIONS AND METHODS FOR TREATMENT OF CANCER - Compositions and methods for treating solid tumors are provided. Intraperitoneal administration of sodium meta arsenite, alone or in combination with an anti-cancer agent, results in tumor necrosis and delayed tumor growth. A particularly effective treatment for colon and rectal cancer is a combination of sodium meta arsenite administered intraperitoneally and irinotecan. | 2012-10-04 |
20120251629 | METHODS OF TREATMENT AND SCREENING ASSAYS FOR HIF-1ALPHA REGULATION - The present invention relates to a method of treating a patient for a condition where blood flow to a tissue or organ is interrupted. This method involves administering to a patient with a hypoxic condition where blood flow to a tissue or organ is interrupted, or at risk thereof, a compound that reduces the rate of HIF-1α inactivation in cells affected by the condition, thereby treating the patient for the condition. Also disclosed is a method of treating a tumor in a patient. In addition, the present invention relates to methods of identifying compounds as candidate drugs for treatment of hypoxic conditions and for treating tumors in a subject. | 2012-10-04 |
20120251630 | REMISSION THERAPY OF CANCER WITH ISOFLAVONOIDS - Provided herein is a method of reducing incidences of cancer recurrence. The method involves administering to an individual in cancer remission an isoflavonoid. In specific instances, the treated individual is in remission from epithelial cancer, such as ovarian cancer or breast cancer. | 2012-10-04 |
20120251631 | METHODS OF TREATING OR PREVENTING PERITONITIS WITH OXIDATIVE REDUCTIVE POTENTIAL WATER SOLUTION - Provided is a method for treating or preventing peritonitis by administering a therapeutically effective amount of an oxidative reduction potential (ORP) water solution that is stable for at least about twenty-four hours. The ORP water solution administered in accordance with the invention can be combined with one or more suitable carriers and can be administered in conjunction with one or more additional therapeutic agents. Further provided is a method for preventing peritoneal hemorrhage, adhesions and abscesses. | 2012-10-04 |
20120251632 | TREATMENT OF ACUTE EXACERBATION OF ASTHMA AND REDUCTION OF LIKELIHOOD OF HOSPITALIZATION OF PATIENTS SUFFERING THEREFROM - The invention provides a method of improving one or more clinical outcomes of an individual experiencing an acute respiratory attack. The acute respiratory attack may include acute reversible bronchospasm, severe acute bronchospasm, or acute exacerbation of asthma. The method includes administering to an individual suffering from an acute respiratory attack an effective amount of bedoradrine or a pharmaceutically acceptable salt thereof in combination with a standard of care (SOC) treatment regimen. | 2012-10-04 |
20120251633 | Amino Acid Composition With Improved Dispersibility - The invention relates to agglomerated amino acid particles comprising between 1 and 95 wt % of at least one component selected from the group of amino acids and peptides, including esters thereof and salts thereof, having a solubility in water at 20 degrees Celsius of less than 5 g/100 ml, wherein said at least one component is agglomerated with at least one water soluble amino acid, which may be a free amino acid, an ester thereof or a salt thereof, having a solubility in water at 20 degrees Celsius of at least 5 g/100 ml. | 2012-10-04 |
20120251634 | TRADITIONAL CHINESE DRUG COMPRISING DANSHEN EXTRACTS AND SANQI EXTRACTS AND USE THEREOF - The present invention discloses a traditional Chinese drug consisting of Danshen extract and Sanqi extract, the pharmaceutical composition comprising the above traditional Chinese drug as an active component and the use thereof. The traditional Chinese drug consists of Danshen extract and Sanqi extract in a weight ratio of (2˜6):(0.5˜2). The invention further discloses the effect of the above traditional Chinese drug and the pharmaceutical composition comprising the above traditional Chinese drug as an active component for treating cardiac microcirculation disorder and myocardial damage induced by ischemia/reperfusion. | 2012-10-04 |
20120251635 | PREPARATION METHOD OF TEA WATER, AND TEA WATER OBTAINED THEREBY - The present invention provides a preparation method of tea water comprising the following steps of: inactivating enzymes of raw tea leaves and juicing the tea leaves to obtain a tea juice; and removing ions of the tea juice obtained from the previous step to obtain tea water. In addition, the present invention provides tea water obtained by removing ions from a tea juice of raw tea leaves of which enzymes are inactivated. Skin-stimulating components are reduced in the tea water. | 2012-10-04 |
20120251636 | Compositions and Methods for Controlling Metabolic Syndrome Using Whole fruit-derived Cranberry Ingredient Profile Enriched in Stress Adapted Bioactives (SABs) - Compositions of a whole fruit-derived cranberry ingredient profile, enriched in Stress Adapted Bioactive (SABs) from cranberries are described, for use in reducing the blood glucose level of diabetic, prediabetic, or other hyperglycemic individuals and individuals having one or more metabolic syndrome related factors. The compositions are prepared from whole fruit-derived cranberry pomace, which may be liquid or powdered, and which is enriched in Stress Adapted Bioactives (SABs) and enriched in soluble polyphenolics. Methods for using whole cranberry ingredient profile, enriched in polyphenolic-containing SABs, for the management of individuals having one or more symptoms of metabolic syndrome and for minimizing the effects of the syndrome are disclosed. | 2012-10-04 |
20120251637 | Abuse-proofed dosage form - The present invention relates to an abuse-proofed, thermoformed dosage form containing, in addition to one or more active ingredients with abuse potential optionally together with physiologically acceptable auxiliary substances, at least one synthetic or natural polymer with a breaking strength of at least 500 N and to a process for the production thereof. | 2012-10-04 |
20120251638 | Nutritional Supplement Comprising Nut Oil Composition - The present invention provides a novel composition of nut oils, specifically; walnut oil, almond oil, avocado oil and pistachio oil for use in maintaining and improving health in a convenient and cost-effective manner; for obtaining essential fatty acids that are required for normal body functioning; for reducing cholesterol, and for reducing retinal degeneration in an individual with retinitis pigmentosa. | 2012-10-04 |
20120251639 | Mole Eliminating Ointment - A topical treatment, and a method for making and using, for eliminating moles comprising, a mixture of natural extracts, where said extracts include garlic, white potatoes, onions and grapefruit. | 2012-10-04 |
20120251640 | Ingestible Insect Repellent Composition and System - Disclosed is an ingestible insect repellent composition and method utilizing a mixture of vitamins and extracts of lemon, coffee and/or peppermint as active insect deterrent. The composition may be diluted for easier intake into water, juices, milk, soda, mixed drinks and other beverages. Exemplary embodiments disclosed herein may include creating a premix capable of providing up to 100% of the suggested daily intake of specific Vitamin when diluted in any appropriate beverage. Exemplary embodiments may be utilized to repel insects for hours after ingestion in both humans and animals. The exemplary embodiments may provide this repellant without the harmful effects of other chemicals and repellants. | 2012-10-04 |
20120251641 | METHODS FOR PEST CONTROL EMPLOYING MICROEMULSION-BASED ENHANCED PEST CONTROL FORMULATIONS - A method of controlling a target pest is disclosed that comprises providing a microemulsion pesticide formulation comprising an active pest control ingredient and a microemulsifying agent, wherein the microemulsifying agent comprises a mixture of unsaturated C12-C26 fatty acids and/or salts thereof and saturated C6-C14 fatty acids and/or salts thereof, and the active pest control ingredient comprises two or more compounds that act synergistically to control the target pest; and applying an effective amount of the microemulsion pesticide formulation to the target pest or to a surface associated with the target pest. The active pest control ingredient and the microemulsifying agent may act synergistically in the method to control the target pest. The control exhibited by the formulation may be knockdown, kill, or repellency. The method may involve long-term residual effects. | 2012-10-04 |
20120251642 | System and Method for Continuous Extraction of Material - The present invention discloses a continuous material extraction system for continuously extracting valuable components in the material by means of a solvent, the system comprising: an extraction tank which is a sealed container being substantially parallelepiped, wherein in the longitudinal direction of the extraction tank, the extraction tank has a first end at which a material inlet is provided, and a second end, and a material outlet is provided at the first end or the second end; the upper portion of said extraction tank is provided with a solvent inlet, and the lower portion of said extraction tank is provided with a solution outlet; in the longitudinal direction of said extraction tank, the lower portion of said extraction tank is provided with an extraction bath which is applied for accommodating the solvent and the material, wherein in the longitudinal direction of said extraction tank said extraction bath is provided with a material conveying mechanism and an ultrasonic generator. The present invention further discloses a method of extracting valuable components in the material by the continuous material extraction system mentioned above. | 2012-10-04 |
20120251643 | ANTI-DIABETIC EXTRACT OF HONEYBUSH - Novel and useful compositions derived from honeybush plant extract for treating diabetes are provided. It has been found that the plant extract of the present invention exhibit a superior antidiabetic effect when administered in an amount from about 1 milligram to about 5 milligrams, preferably to about 2.5 milligrams, per kilogram body weight. | 2012-10-04 |
20120251644 | ANTICANCER COMPOSITION - An anticancer composition containing a flowery portion of elm tree or its extract and a leaf portion of varnish tree or its extract is safe and shows high activity. | 2012-10-04 |
20120251645 | TIRE VULCANIZER - To provide a tire vulcanizer which is configured to slide back a lifting/sliding mechanism to a waiting position, and which is featured in being capable of making uniform the squeezing force applied by the upper metal mold at the time of vulcanization. The tire vulcanizer ( | 2012-10-04 |
20120251646 | MOLD FOR INSERT MOLDING - A mold assembly includes a product cavity for producing an insert-molded product and a projection-forming cavity for, if an insert of the product is irregularly deformed or disposed in wrong orientation, forming a projection on the insert-molded product. The projection, if present on the product, blocks most of the light emitted from a light-emitting element. A photodetector detects the intensity of the received light and when the detected light intensity is less than a predetermined value due to the presence of the projection, the product is judged to be rejected. Visual inspection or optical sensors judge the product to be rejected if the product has a through-hole closed and to be acceptable if the through-hole of the product is open. This judgment does not require an X-ray inspection device or radiologists. | 2012-10-04 |
20120251647 | Systems For Forming Aggregate Materials From Heat Fusable Powered Materials - In one embodiment, a system for forming aggregate materials may include a lower open-topped mold, an upper mold, an actuation assembly, a heating system, a pressure sensor, and a controller. The lower open-topped mold can receive a heat moldable material that can include a foaming agent. The lower open-topped mold can contact the heat moldable material and the upper mold can contact the heat moldable material. The controller can execute machine readable control logic to cause the actuation assembly to generate relative outward motion at an expansion rate. The foaming agent can expand the heat moldable material when heated. During outward motion, the lower open-topped mold can maintain close contact with the heat moldable material, and the upper mold can maintain close contact with the heat moldable material. The expansion rate of the relative outward motion can be based upon a pressure signal indicative of back pressure. | 2012-10-04 |
20120251648 | MACHINE FOR MANUFACTURING CONTAINERS, INCLUDING A SYSTEM FOR PROVIDING ASSISTANCE WHEN CHANGING MOULDS - A machine ( | 2012-10-04 |
20120251649 | APPARATUS FOR THE INJECTION MOULDING OF CONTAINERS IN PLASTIC MATERIAL - The apparatus ( | 2012-10-04 |
20120251650 | INJECTION MOLDING SYSTEM HAVING A DIGITAL DISPLACEMENT PUMP - Injection molding system ( | 2012-10-04 |
20120251651 | GRANULATING DEVICE WITH A DEVICE FOR CONNECTING A MULT-PART HOUSING OF THE GRANULATING DEVICE - A granulating device for producing pellets from a plastic material can have a die plate, a cutting chamber housing adjoining the die plate, and a cutting device with a cutter. The cutting device can be driven via a cutter shaft by a cutter drive device located in a cutter drive housing. The cutting chamber housing can have a cutting chamber housing flange section connected with a cutter drive housing flange section of the cutter drive housing by a connecting element. The connecting element can have a clamping collar arranged to enclose at least one section of the flange sections, and an eccentric closure element. The eccentric closure element can be connected to the clamping collar, and can have an index opening. In a closure position, the index opening can be located in alignment with a locating pin that passes through the index opening. | 2012-10-04 |
20120251652 | PREFERENTIAL CURING TECHNIQUE IN COMPRESSION MOLDING OF FIBER REINFORCED COMPOSITES - A molding process that involves applying heat ( | 2012-10-04 |
20120251653 | ADJUSTABLE MULTIPLE-PIECE CAM TRACK - A multiple-piece cam unit for use in a molding machine. The cam unit has a cam track which engages cam followers of mold assemblies of the molding machine to move the cam followers between a first position and a second position. The cam unit includes a first cam section and a second cam section. The first cam section has an entrance portion which is dimensioned to receive the cam followers therein. The second cam section has an exit portion positioned to release the cam followers therefrom. The second cam section is moveably mounted to the molding machine to allow the exit portion of the second cam section to be moved relative to the entrance portion of the first cam section, to insure that the cam followers exiting the exit portion of the second cam section are properly aligned to enter the entrance portion of the first cam section. | 2012-10-04 |
20120251654 | Mould part, mould assembly and method of closing a mould assembly - A mould part is provided. The mould part includes a surface with a mould opening, a first arm with a connecting means for connecting a first pulley, the first arm being pivotably attached to a first attachment point of the mould part, a second arm with a connecting means for connecting a second pulley, the second arm being pivotably attached to a second attachment point of the mould part, wherein the second arm is arranged to be locked in at least two different turning positions. | 2012-10-04 |
20120251655 | Method of Manufacturing Stamper, and Stamper - According to one embodiment, a stamper is described with a surface that comprises patterns of protrusions and recessed. The arithmetic average roughness Ra of the surface is 1 nanometer (nm) or more and 5 nm or less. | 2012-10-04 |
20120251656 | INJECTION MOLD - An injection mold for molding a product having a barb at a bottom thereof includes a stationary mold, a movable mold, an ejector pin and a sliding mechanism. The sliding mechanism includes a sliding block mounted on the movable mold, a spring contracted between the sliding block and the movable mold, and a locating element vertically inserted in the spring. A top end of the locating element stretches in the receiving cavity. A corner of the sliding block defines a nick connected for molding the barb. When the injection mold is opened, the sliding block moves upward under the bounce thrust of the spring to make the product parted from the top of the movable mold. An elastic retraction area is accordingly formed between the product and the movable mold for assisting the ejector pins to eject the barb out of the sliding block. | 2012-10-04 |
20120251657 | Apparatus for Injection Molding - A nozzle retaining clip for retaining a nozzle assembly with a material distributing manifold comprises an attachment portion for attaching the clip to the manifold and an engagement portion for engaging a nozzle assembly abutted to the manifold. Two clips located to engage opposite sides of a nozzle assembly abutted to the manifold member are effective to retain the nozzle assembly and to allow the manifold and nozzle assembly to move relative to one another while the clips and nozzle assembly remain engaged. A first alternative clip achieves only surface contact and a second alternative clip allows protrusion of a segment of a nozzle assembly periphery through the clip. Advantageously, the clip comprises at least one locating tap to restrain movement of the clip relative to a manifold. An apparatus for injection molding comprises a manifold and nozzle assembly construction comprising clips in accordance with the invention. | 2012-10-04 |
20120251658 | MOLDING PRESS - A mold press for use with an injection mold, the mold press including a first press section connectable to a first portion of the injection mold, a second press section connectable to a second portion of the injection mold and a locking arm system. The locking arm system being configured to secure the first press section to the second press section. The locking arm system including at least one structural member coupled with the first press section, and at least one swing arm pivotally connected to the second press section. The swing arm encounters the structural member and interacts with the structural member to draw the first and second press sections toward each other causing the first and second portions of the mold to become proximate each other. | 2012-10-04 |
20120251659 | Use of Extruded Starch-Based Complexes for Satiety, Reduction of Food Intake, and Weight Management - The present invention relates to starch-hydrocolloid complexes, their preparation and their use in foods. The complexes positively impact the foods into which they are incorporated to give longer-lasting and/or more potent satiety, thereby helping energy management. The invention further relates to the reduction of food intake and/or management of weight by increasing such satiety. | 2012-10-04 |
20120251660 | Use of Whole Grain-Hydrocolloid Complexes Produced by Heat-Moisture Treatment for Satiety, Reduction of Food Intake, and Weight Management - The present invention relates to whole grain-hydrocolloid complexes, their preparation and their use in foods. The complexes positively impact the foods into which they are incorporated to give longer-lasting and/or more potent satiety, preferably without adversely affecting texture and processing thereby enabling the development of commercially viable ingredients for energy management. The invention further relates to the reduction of food intake and/or management of weight by increasing such satiety. | 2012-10-04 |
20120251661 | Producing Beer Using a Wort Concentrate - Various embodiments describe techniques for producing beer using a wort concentrate. In various embodiments, a wort concentrate having a specific gravity of at least about 1.085 kg/m | 2012-10-04 |
20120251662 | ANTIMICROBIAL POWDERS FOR THE PREPARATION OF BAKERY PRODUCTS - The present invention is directed to methods and compositions for making dough-based bakery foods, such as bread having extended mold-free shelf-lives, using new antimicrobial powders comprising an antimicrobial agent dispersed in a carrier. The invention is also directed to methods and compositions for preparing dough-based bakery products, such as bread, having long mold-free shelf-lives, by treating the surface of the dough with the antimicrobial powder. Further, the invention is concerned with bakery products having long, mold-free and anti-staling shelf-lives. | 2012-10-04 |
20120251663 | DOUGH TARGETING FOR ENHANCED MICROWAVE REHEATING - The invention relates to a method of improving the organoleptic properties of a baked dough product which is to be reheated with microwaves, by targeting and positioning first and second dough portions in the dough product that respond differently to microwave reheating after baking to achieve optimal consumer experience and quality benefits. The baked dough product obtainable by the method is another embodiment of the invention. | 2012-10-04 |
20120251664 | FRESH DAIRY PRODUCTS WITH SATIETOGENIC POWER AND METHODS FOR PREPARING SAME - The invention concerns a fresh dairy product with low fat and sugar content and low energy density, comprising one or several satietogenic ingredients, as well as a method for making such a product. Said satietogenic ingredient(s) comprise proteins, in particular milk proteins and preferably serum milk proteins, associated with water-soluble dietary fibers and preferably viscosifying water-soluble dietary fibers. | 2012-10-04 |
20120251665 | SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR PREPARING A SHELF-STABLE BOTANICAL EXTRACT - A system and method for processing a plant material derived juice, comprising, substantially without a required pH modification, and substantially without a thermal antimicrobial process extracting a juice from plant material with a juice extractor, and filtering the juice through at least two tangential flow filter stages having a pore size of less than about 0.2 microns, to produce a substantially aseptic juice, which is substantially absent thermal decomposition products of sugars. | 2012-10-04 |
20120251666 | METHODS OF MAKING AND USING LACTOBACILLUS STRAINS - strains that have a genetic Profile I based on Apa I, Not I, and Xba I digests are provided. Preferably, the strains decrease level of at least one of coliforms and | 2012-10-04 |
20120251667 | JUICE-FILLED FRUIT SNACKS AND METHOD OF MANUFACTURING JUICE-FILLED FRUIT SNACKS - A juice-filled fruit snack and a method of manufacturing thereof in which the fruit snack has a gelled shell and a liquid center with a water binder in an amount sufficient to bind the water content of the liquid center to prevent the liquid center from leaking out of the gelled shell, and the amount of the water binder is lower than an amount that otherwise causes the liquid center to substantially increase in thickness or viscosity. The water binder is between 0.05 to 0.4% xanthan gum. | 2012-10-04 |
20120251668 | SYSTEM, METHOD AND CAPSULE FOR PREPARING A BEVERAGE - A system, method and capsule for preparing a predetermined quantity of beverage suitable for consumption using an extractable product is disclosed. The system comprises an exchangeable capsule, and an apparatus comprising a receptacle for holding the exchangeable capsule, and a fluid dispensing device for supplying a fluid to the exchangeable capsule. The exchangeable capsule comprises a circumferential wall, a bottom, and a lid. The wall, bottom and lid enclose an inner space comprising the extractable product. The bottom comprises an entrance layer for supplying an amount of a fluid by the fluid dispensing device through the entrance layer to the capsule. The lid comprises an exit layer for supplying a prepared beverage through the exit layer from the capsule to a container. The capsule comprises an additional wall element extending towards the inner space for providing additional stiffness. | 2012-10-04 |
20120251669 | CAPSULE, SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR THE PREPARATION OF A BEVERAGE AND A METHOD FOR MANUFACTURING SUCH A CAPSULE - Capsule for preparing a predetermined quantity of beverage suitable for consumption using an extractable product, for instance roast and ground coffee, comprising a circumferential first wall, a second wall closing the circumferential first wall at a first end, a perforate and/or porous third wall closing the circumferential first wall at a second, open, end opposite the second wall arranged for draining the prepared beverage from the capsule, wherein the first, second and third wall enclose an inner space comprising the extractable product, wherein the extractable product in the inner space of the capsule has been, at least partly compacted. The invention further relates to a method for manufacturing such a capsule, a system comprising such a capsule for preparing a beverage and a method for preparing of a beverage. | 2012-10-04 |
20120251670 | CAPSULE, SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR THE PREPARATION OF A BEVERAGE AND A METHOD FOR MANUFACTURING SUCH A CAPSULE - A capsule for preparing a predetermined quantity of beverage comprises a circumferential first wall, a second wall closing the circumferential first wall at a first end, a perforate and/or porous third wall closing the circumferential first wall at a second, open, end opposite the second wall arranged for draining the prepared beverage from the capsule. The first, second and third wall enclose an inner space comprising an extractable product. The extractable product in the inner space has particles falling within a preselected distribution by weight. A 10th percentile of the particle size is 20-60 μm, a 50th percentile of the particle size is 400-600 μm and a 90th percentile of the particle size is 700-1000 μm. | 2012-10-04 |
20120251671 | SYSTEM, CAPSULE AND METHOD FOR PREPARING A BEVERAGE - A system including a capsule is usable for preparing a predetermined quantity of beverage suitable for consumption using an extractable product. The system includes a substantially rigid circumferential wall, a bottom closing the circumferential wall at a first end, and lid of a flexible sheet-shaped perforate and/or porous material closing the circumferential wall at a second, open, end opposite the bottom. The circumferential wall, the bottom and the lid enclose an inner space include the extractable product, and the lid includes an impermeable outer circumferential area and an exit area being enclosed by said impermeable outer circumferential area such that, in use, the prepared beverage is drained from the capsule through the exit area. The invention further relates to a method for preparing said beverage using the above system. | 2012-10-04 |
20120251672 | CAPSULE AND SYSTEM FOR PREPARING A BEVERAGE COMPRISING SOLUBLE SUBSTANCE - An exchangeable capsule for preparing a predetermined quantity of beverage suitable for consumption is disclosed. The exchangeable capsule comprises a circumferential wall, a bottom, closing the circumferential wall at a first end, and a lid closing the circumferential wall at a second end opposite the bottom. The wall, the bottom and the lid enclose an inner space comprising beverage ingredient for preparing the beverage. The bottom comprises an entrance area for supplying fluid to the ingredient, wherein the lid comprises an exit area for draining beverage from the capsule. The beverage ingredient comprises at least a soluble substance. The exit area comprises an exit filter that is adapted to substantially prevent non-dissolved soluble substance from leaving the capsule. A system for preparing a beverage comprising such a capsule and a method for preparing a beverage is also disclosed. | 2012-10-04 |
20120251673 | FEED INTAKE ENHANCING PROTEIN PRODUCT AND THE MANUFACTURING METHOD THEREOF - A method for manufacturing a biochemical product is provided. The method includes steps of providing a plurality of substrate bodies, wherein each of the substrate bodies has an outer surface; adhering a feed intake enhancer onto the outer surface to form an intermediate; and mixing the intermediate with a substrate to form the biochemical product. | 2012-10-04 |
20120251674 | WRAPPED FRIED FOOD - It is intended to provide: a wrapped food to be fried that allows a wrapped fried food to effectively maintain its oil cooking-derived crunchy texture based on the layered structure of wrappers wrapped around an ingredient; a wrapped fried food obtained by cooking the same with oil; and methods for producing these foods. The wrapped fried food of the present invention has an ingredient and a wrapper portion wrapped around the ingredient. At least a portion of this wrapper portion is formed as a layered structure consisting of 10 or more wrapper layers in a rolled-up state. | 2012-10-04 |
20120251675 | COATING COMPOSITION FOR FRESH PRODUCE COMPRISING CHITOSAN, SURFACTANT AND POLYETHYLENE GLYCOL - The present invention relates to a method for coating food products comprising the application of an aqueous coating composition to the surface of the food product. A further subject is said coating composition and food products coated with said coating composition. | 2012-10-04 |
20120251676 | REDUCED FAT, HIGH MOISTURE READY TO EAT DESSERT - Methods and compositions relating to a foodstuff having a first component with a first soluble solids ratio; and a second component with a second soluble solids ratio, wherein the second component is a foodstuff comprising (i) about 50% to about 70% water; (ii) about 7% to about 17% hard fat; (iii) about 0.1% to about 5% protein source; and (iv) about 0.1% to about 20% water binder, the foodstuff having a gel strength of about at least 100, further wherein the foodstuff does not comprise lecithin; wherein the first and second components are arranged in discrete layers to form the multi-texture, ready-to-eat foodstuff and wherein the first and second soluble solid ratios have a relative difference of less than about 12 percent. | 2012-10-04 |
20120251677 | SYSTEM, SET OF CAPSULES AND METHOD FOR PREPARING A BEVERAGE BY CENTRIFUGATION - A capsule system for preparing beverages by centrifugation of a capsule in a centrifuging brewing device comprising: a set of different capsules ( | 2012-10-04 |
20120251678 | METHOD OF PRODUCING AN EXTRACT OF GREEN COFFEE - The present invention relates to a method of producing an extract of green coffee wherein green coffee beans are subjected to a heat treatment and extracted without being roasted. | 2012-10-04 |
20120251679 | PLASTIC FLANGED CONTAINERS AND FOOD PRODUCT PACK COMPRISING SUCH CONTAINERS - The flanged container for a dairy product or similar food composition is provided with a hollow body and a generally planar annular flange connected to the top of the body, the flange having outer straight side edges and an inner edge defining a circular upper opening of the container. The body has a planar bottom and a lower portion tapering from a generally cylindrical upper portion toward the bottom in a curved manner. The lower portion has a height h | 2012-10-04 |
20120251680 | METHOD, CONTROL UNIT FOR A DEVICE, AND DEVICE PROVIDED WITH A CONTROL UNIT - A control unit for an automatic device for preparing a beverage is provided with an input which enables the user to choose from a plurality of formulations a formulation for the beverage to be prepared. The control unit is provided with an operating unit for controlling a preparation unit of the automatic device. The input comprises an image input for visually observing the user and for generating image signals which are representative of the visual observation. The operating unit is arranged for generating control signals for the preparation unit of the automatic device as a reaction to the image signals. | 2012-10-04 |
20120251681 | Method and Production Plant for Manufacturing a Beverage Product - A method of manufacturing a beverage product, including mixing at least two product flows, wherein at least one of the at least two product flows is sterilized before mixing without heating. | 2012-10-04 |
20120251682 | Device and method for producing mixed drinks by means of electromagnetic radiation - The invention relates to a method with an accompanying brewing system for preparing a mixed drink from two or more drink components, wherein the mixed drink is made up in a collecting container and at least two drink components are prepared by means of electromagnetic radiation. The drink components are prepared in successive steps, and different drink components are on no account exposed simultaneously to electromagnetic radiation. In order to prepare each drink component, the same collecting container is always used for direct collection of the drink components and the drink components already prepared remain in the collecting container during preparation of subsequent drink components. | 2012-10-04 |
20120251683 | ASSEMBLY FOR PRESENTING AND PREPARING A PUFFED COMPOSITION - The invention concerns an assembly for preparing and presenting an edible composition designed to be puffed including a first portion defining a chamber for enabling the puffed composition to be presented, and a second portion defining a storage chamber designed to include at least one non-puffed composition, the second portion being arranged in the first portion. The invention also concerns a method for preparing a composition to be puffed using the assembly. | 2012-10-04 |
20120251684 | MICROWAVABLE COOKING IMPLEMENTS AND METHODS FOR CRISPING FOOD ITEMS USING THE SAME - A cooking implement comprising a resilient cooking surface made of silicone and maintained at tension, the cooking surface comprising a plurality of holes and a support device having a curved periphery disposed about the periphery of the cooking surface to stretch and maintain the cooking surface at tension. The support device is configured to support the cooking surface at a distance above a ground surface. | 2012-10-04 |
20120251685 | Oil-in-Water Emulsions Comprising a Polyunsaturated Fatty Acid and Methods of Making the Same - The present invention relates to stable oil-in-water emulsions comprising a polyunsaturated fatty acid, an emulsifier, water, a metal chelating agent, and an antioxidant, and processes for preparing the stable oil-in-water emulsions. The stable oil-in-water emulsions are substantially free from coalescence, flocculation, Ostwald ripening, and creaming, for a period of at least five months at a temperature of about 4° C. | 2012-10-04 |
20120251686 | PLANT-BASED FOOD PRODUCT, COMPOSITION, AND METHODS - A flavor stabilized hydrated texturized plant protein may be produced by infusing dehydrated texturized plant protein particles with a water solution of one or more flavors and one or more heat denaturable soluble proteins. A binding and thickening water solution, including a heat denaturable soluble protein, a gum, an insoluble food protein, and/or a starch, may be added to the flavor stabilized hydrated texturized plant protein to create a formable mass. Fat may be added to the formable mass to produce a mass of generally moist crumbly pieces, wherein the crumbly pieces are generally surrounded by the binder/thickener. The formable mass and/or one or more portions thereof containing the generally moist crumbly pieces may then be formed into one or more plant-based food products such as, e.g., a patty, a loaf, a bail, lasagna, sausage, pizza topping(s), chili, and/or other food products that normally contain small pieces of meat. | 2012-10-04 |
20120251687 | STABLE MILDLY ACIDIC ALCOHOLIC MILK-AND/OR SOY PROTEIN-BASED DRINK - The present invention relates to a stable alcoholic milk and/or soy protein-based drink with a pH ranging from 5.2-6.5 comprising at least one or more milk and/or soy proteins, alcohol and one or more stabilizers. The invention also relates to a method for preparing the drinks, comprising at least one or more milk and/or soy proteins, which method comprises: a) mixing at least a portion of the milk and/or soy proteins and at least a portion of the stabilizers in an aqueous medium to obtain a mixture; b) setting the pH of the mixture to 3.5-4.4; c) homogenizing the mixture obtained in step b) to obtain a homogenate; d) setting the pH of the homogenate to 5.2-6.5; and e) mixing in the alcohol and optionally a residual portion of the milk and/or soy proteins and of the stabilizers during or after one or more of steps a)-d). | 2012-10-04 |
20120251688 | ADDITIVE MANUFACTURING SYSTEM AND METHOD FOR PRINTING CUSTOMIZED CHOCOLATE CONFECTIONS - An additive manufacturing system for printing a chocolate confection, the system comprising a platen, a recirculation loop configured to circulate a flow of a chocolate material, and further configured to maintain a temper of the chocolate material; and a print head the print head being configured to receive at least a portion of the chocolate material from the recirculation loop, and further configured to extrude and deposit the chocolate material onto the platen to print at least a portion of the chocolate confection based on the commands from a controller. | 2012-10-04 |
20120251689 | ADDITIVE MANUFACTURING SYSTEM AND METHOD WITH INTERCHANGEABLE CARTRIDGES FOR PRINTING CUSTOMIZED CHOCOLATE CONFECTIONS - An additive manufacturing system for printing a chocolate confection, the system comprising a platen, a print head, and a cartridge configured to be removably secured to the print head, wherein the cartridge contains a supply of the chocolate material. | 2012-10-04 |
20120251690 | FORMING ROLLER STRUCTURE FOR DOUGH SHEET PRODUCTS, PERSONALIZED WITH EMBOSSING AND AN OBTAINED PRODUCT - A forming roller structure for making dough sheet products from a dough sheet has a cylindrical body turned on a axle. The axle preferably has annular bodies of a greater diameter than the axle and gears for holding the roller structure in a tortilla machine and engaging the cylindrical body with the mechanism of the tortilla machine. The cylindrical body has an outer surface with a cutting border formed therein to define the edge of a dough sheet product, such as a tortilla. The outer surface also has embossing located within the cutting border, so that the embossing presses a predetermined design into the dough sheet surface as the dough sheet is moved with respect to the cylindrical body. The design may be text or a graphic image. A dough sheet product with an embossed design and a method of making same are also disclosed. | 2012-10-04 |
20120251691 | TABLE WITH ETHYLENE SCRUBBER - A display table for supporting produce includes an enclosure, a table top defining an upper surface of the enclosure, a blower, an ethylene scrubber and an outlet. The table top is open to the atmosphere and configured to support the produce, and includes perforations. The blower is positioned in communication with the enclosure to create an underpressure that draws a gas into the enclosure through the perforations. The ethylene scrubber is positioned in communication with the enclosure and in a flow path of the gas, the ethylene scrubber being configured to remove at least a portion of ethylene from at least a portion of the gas. The outlet is located downstream of the ethylene scrubber for returning the gas from the enclosure to the atmosphere. | 2012-10-04 |
20120251692 | SYSTEM, APPARATUS AND METHOD FOR PREPARING A BEVERAGE - A system for preparing a predetermined quantity of beverage suitable for consumption using an extractable product is disclosed. The system comprises a first exchangeable capsule, being a closed capsule, having a bottom; a second exchangeable capsule, being an open capsule, having a bottom comprising an entrance filter; a first apparatus comprising a receptacle with a support surface for holding a first capsule, the first apparatus having bottom piercing means intended for piercing the bottom of the first capsule, and having a fluid dispensing device for supplying an amount of a fluid, such as water, under pressure to the first capsule; a second apparatus comprising a receptacle with a support surface for holding a second capsule, and a fluid dispensing device for supplying an amount of a fluid, such as water, under pressure to the second capsule. | 2012-10-04 |
20120251693 | METHOD, SYSTEM AND RECEPTACLE FOR PREPARING A BEVERAGE - A method for preparing a beverage using an extractable product is disclosed. The method comprises providing an exchangeable capsule that comprises a circumferential first wall, a second wall and a third wall which together enclose an inner space comprising an extractable product. The second wall of the capsule is pierced by means of at least one blade. Via the pierced second wall there is supplied an amount of fluid under a pressure to the inner space of the capsule. The prepared beverage is drained through the third wall of the capsule. A length of the at least one blade is chosen such that during the said fluid supplying the shortest possible axial distance between the third wall and the at least one blade in the inner space is less than 80 percent of the overall axial capsule length. | 2012-10-04 |